Acute Care Speech Pathologist (CCC-SLP Eligible)

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose and treat speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders. You will document assessments, collaborate with physicians and staff, and provide remedial therapy with corrective exercises and special equipment.

The role requires Texas licensure or eligibility, CCC-SLP, and BLS. New graduates accepted; CFY supervision can be arranged.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited/approved school of Speech Language Pathology.
• Intern supervision may be arranged for CFY.
• Licensure as a Texas Speech Language Pathologist or eligibility to obtain licensure within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible to manager/coordinator and supervise staff, volunteers and students.
• Interpret and carry out physician prescriptions; take verbal orders following practice act guidelines.
• Maintain good public relations and protect patient confidentiality.
• Ensure economic use of time, equipment and supplies and uphold safety.
• Perform additional duties as requested.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Public relations

Education

Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathology program

Texas Speech Language Pathologist License

Intern Texas Speech Language Pathologist License

CCC-SLP (ASHA)

American Heart Association BLS

Job description

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose and treat speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders. You will document assessments, collaborate with physicians and staff, and provide remedial therapy with corrective exercises and special equipment.

The role requires Texas licensure or eligibility, CCC-SLP, and BLS. New graduates accepted; CFY supervision can be arranged.